GAZETTE NOTICE NO. 10492

PURSUANT to regulation 21 of the Environmental Management and Co-ordination (Impact Assessment and Audit) Regulations, 2003, the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA) has received an Environmental Impact Assessment Study Report for the above proposed project. The proponent, Dominic Mwangi Kiarie, is proposing to develop student housing scheme on Plot L.R. No. 20892/195 at Lukenya Area - of Mavoko Sub-County development will comprise of 218 student housing units and auxiliary facilities to be constructed in two blocks, that is, Block A and Block B. The total plinth area will be 7300 square meters (SM) having a plot coverage and plot ratio of 33.58 per cent and 1.804, respectively. in Machakos County. The proposed The following are the anticipated impacts and proposed mitigation measures: Impacts Increased water demand De-vegetation resulting from site clearance Storm water Soil erosion Proposed Mitigation Measures To supplement water from the borehole during construction, the contractor will use water bowsers and tankers from external sources. Installation of rain water harvesting gutters. Install water conserving taps. Encourage re-use of water where possible during construction and operation phase. Recycled water from the (WWTP) will be used for landscaping activities. Ensure proper demarcation and delineation of the project area to be affected by construction works. Apply for tree cutting permit from relevant authorities before cutting of any tree. ; Preserve trees located at the boundary of the plot. Construction of gabions on the lower part of the property. Rain water harvesting gutters will be installed to reduce the amount of rainfall reaching the surface. Semi permeable materials will be used for construction of pavements. Comprehensive landscaping on the riparian reserve and open areas will be done after completion of construction. Avoid unnecessary excavations and other soil disturbances that can predispose it to the agents of erosion. Control over excavation works especially during rainy / wet conditions. Provide soil erosion control and conservation measures where necessary e.g. covering excavated soil. Re-surface open areas on completion of construction and introduce appropriate vegetation. Solid waste Noise pollution Air pollution Liquid waste Storm water drainage Increased energy. use Proper disposal of construction waste in the contractor‘s yard (off the site). Covering of trucks when transporting building materials and waste. Use of an integrated solid waste management system; through a hierarchy of options: source reduction, recycling, composting and reuse. A private NEMA licensed company will be contracted to collect waste from the development. Adherence to waste Regulations, 2006. Construction works will be carried out between 0800 Hrs to 1700 Hrs. Provide and enforce use Personal Protective Equipment eg. earmuffs during construction. management _ Provide comprehensive policies/ rules pertaining noise control for residents as part of the Housing Agreement. ; Ensure quiet from 10pm to 8am in the apartments and outdoor/public areas. Monitor noise levels as per NEMA and NCG guidelines. Adherence to Noise and Excessive Vibration Pollution (Control) Regulations, 2009. : Screening of the construction site to contain and arrest construction-related dust. : Dust suppression with water-sprays during the construction phase on dusty areas. Exposed stockpiles of eg. sand, will be covered and watered daily. Regular and prompt maintenance of construction machinery and equipment. This minimizes generation of hazardous gases. Strict adherence to Air Quality Regulations, 2014. A temporary portable toilet will be provided on site to be used by construction workers. Regular inspection and monitoring of the Waste Water Treatment Plant to avoid overfill and overflow. Conduct routine inspection and monitoring of the internal drains to identify leakages and blockages. All waste pipes will have rodding eyes accessible from outside. .ie. free to. every part of the system for inspection, cleaning and repair. Strict adherence to Water Quality Regulations, 2006. Proper installation of drainage structures/facility. — Install cascades to break the impact of water flowing in the drains. Ensure efficiency of drainage structures through proper design and maintenance. Provide to the drainage channels, : ; Switch off electrical appliances when not in use. Switch off all lights immediately when not in use or are not needed. gratings 19th October, 2017 ‘THE KENYA GAZETTE ¢ Use energy conserving bulbs e.g. LED bulbs for general lighting. * Maintenance of electrical components. Oil pollution ¢ Proper storage, handling and disposal of : new oil and used oil and related wastes. ¢ Maintain construction machinery and equipment to avoid leaks. ¢ Maintenance of construction vehicles to be carried out in the contractors yard (off the site). ¢ Provide oil interceptors along the drains leading from car wash and service bays. Insecurity ¢ Provide security guards during construction period for both day and night. ¢ Construct temporary barrier (iron sheet) around the site before commencement of construction. ¢ Keep records of all movement in and out of the construction site. : Traffic congestion _ © Enforce speed limits for construction vehicles especially along the roads leading to the site. ¢ Provide. bill boards at the site/entrance to notify motorists and general public about the development. ¢ Ensure that the vehicles comply with __ axle load limits. ¢ Ferry building materials during off-peak hours. ¢ Employ traffic marshals to control traffic in and out of site. ¢ Employ well trained and experienced drivers. Re-vegetation - ¢. Design and implement an appropriate landscaping and tree planting program to help in re-vegetation of part of the project area after construction. ¢ Introduction and maintenance of vegetation (trees and grass) on open spaces and around the site. All workers will be sensitized before construction begins, on how to control accidents related to construction. Occupational health and ¢ safety ¢ A comprehensive contingency plan will be prepared before construction begins, on accident response. ¢ Keep record of the public emergency service telephone numbers including: police, fire brigade, ambulance. ¢ Accordingly, adherence to procedures will be enforced. safety ¢ Provide first aid kits at strategic places in the site. ¢ All workers to wear protective gear during construction e.g. helmets. ¢ Provide clean water and food to the workers. ¢ Construction work will be limited to daytime only * Workers to be adequately against accidents. insured ¢ Ensure that the workers are registered with NHIF and NSSF and _ remits appropriate fee. : ¢* Comply with provisions of OSHA 2007. The full report of the proposed project is available for inspection during working hours at: (a) Director-General, NEMA, Popo Road, off Mombasa Road, P.O. Box 67839-00200, Nairobi. (b) Principal Secretary, Ministry of Environment and Mineral Resources, NHIF Building, Community, P.O. Box 30126- 00100, Nairobi. (c) County Director of Environment, Machakos County. The National Environment Management Authority invites members of the public to submit oral or written comments within thirty (30) days from the date of publication of this notice to the Director-General, NEMA, to assist the Authority in the decision making process of this project. GEOFFREY WAHUNGU, Director-General, MR/3593678 National Environment Management Authority.